Instructor, Personal Financial Planning (Dual posted with JOB ID 59921

Job Description

The Division of Applied Social Sciences (DASS) seeks applications for the position of Instructor. This is a non - tenure track, nine - month appointment that will primarily support undergraduate instruction in the Personal Financial Planning (PFP) program.

This position will have primary responsibility for teaching upper - division courses that comprise the CFP® Core curriculum, including Employee Benefits and Retirement Planning, Estate and Gift Planning, Tax Planning, Risk Management, Investment Management, and the Financial Planning Capstone. Courses may be delivered via traditional classroom, hybrid, and/or online formats. A central responsibility of the position is preparing students to meet the education requirement to sit for the national CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ exam.

The successful candidate may also teach selected lower - division courses in personal and family finance to support enrollment growth and provide instructional continuity. Additional responsibilities may include undergraduate and service activities consistent with the instructional mission of the program and division, with specific duties subject to change based on program needs.

• A Masters degree in Financial Planning or a related field

• Highest degree earned.
• CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certificate status.
• Qualifications to teach the above-described courses.
• Experience working with undergraduate students in a learning and mentoring environment.
• Experience with e-learning and technology-related educational innovation.
• Experience working with undergraduates for advising, recruitment, and industry connections.

Apply online at  , Job . An application package should include the following:

• An application letter highlighting key areas of strength in the applicant’s background and summarizing the fit of applicant with the position
• A current resume or curriculum vitae
• Contact information for at least three professional references

Review of applications will begin July 15, 2026, and continue until a suitable candidate is recruited.

Questions regarding this position should be directed to:

Andrew Zumwalt

Chair, Search Committee

125B Mumford Hall University of Missouri Columbia, MO 65211

Email:
Zumwalta

Phone:

The University of Missouri, Columbia (Mizzou) is the flagship campus of the University of Missouri System and was established in 1839 as the first public university west of the Mississippi. Mizzou is one of the nation''s top-tier Research 1 (R1) universities and a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). University of Missouri is a nationally competitive, global university and Missouri''s largest public research university.

Mizzou is one of only five universities nationwide that offers law, medicine, veterinary medicine, agriculture, engineering and a nuclear research reactor on one campus.

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation.

Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./benefits

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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